August 27th 2024.
Sandro Tonali, a midfielder for Newcastle United, has recently served a ten-month ban for breaking betting rules. However, he is now eligible to play and will be joining the team for their Carabao Cup match against Nottingham Forest on Wednesday. This news was confirmed by Newcastle's manager, Eddie Howe.
The ban was related to Tonali's actions while playing for AC Milan in Italy. Despite receiving a suspended sentence from the FA, he has faced further consequences since joining the Magpies in August 2023. Tonali has been back in training with the team since pre-season, but he may still need some time to regain his match sharpness.
However, Howe is considering playing him in the upcoming match to help him get back into the swing of things as quickly as possible. He believes that Tonali's fitness is not an issue, as he has been working hard with the sports science team to improve it. The only thing he may be lacking is the experience of playing in a competitive match.
Speaking about Tonali's potential involvement in the match, Howe said, "He'll definitely be in the squad, as long as he comes through training today. He's fit and has been working hard. The only thing he may be missing is the 11 v 11 experience, which is crucial in the game."
Newcastle has had a decent start to the season, with a win against Southampton and a draw against Bournemouth. Howe is looking to strengthen his squad even further before the transfer window closes on Friday, but he also acknowledges the importance of keeping the current players happy.
"At the moment, keeping our players this week is a success, as I sit here today. In terms of new signings, the work is still ongoing behind the scenes. With a few days left, everyone is doing their best to improve the squad," Howe said.
In other news, the Carabao Cup draw has been changed, affecting top teams like Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool. This could have a significant impact on their upcoming matches and strategies.
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